Release series vehicles Scion xB

2004 xb rs 1.0

the xb, xa , tc, available in release series each of model years. these came limited-edition paint colors, matching seat colors, , special modifications such dvd players, custom tail lights, special wheels or wheel covers, , other accessories, make rs different others. scion rs receive special badges indicating serial number. limited edition vehicles were, marketing standpoint, used create buzz brand name, exterior colors tending toward loud or bright hues (i.e. orange, yellow, red, blue, green). preordering available @ each dealership on first-come, first-served basis. scion s pure price program requires dealerships sell vehicle @ advertised price. resale values of release series vehicles command premium because of packaged options , scarcity.

2004 model year

xb rs 1.0 available in hot lava orange 2100 units produced (504 units w/5spd, 1596 units w/automatic)

the xb release series 1.0 comes unique features factory include hot lava paint, color-keyed rear spoiler, matching orange powder-coated strut tie-bar, custom grill, color tuned interior , under-seat & dash orange illumination.

2005 model year

xb rs 2.0 available in solar yellow 2500 units produced

this rs edition came color keyed side mirrors turn signals, rear spoiler, tunable sport muffler , metal mesh grille. inside there s stainless appliqués on door sills , yellow accents match exterior, , plaque shows build number xxxx/2500. rs 2.0 added $1,375 msrp.

2006 model year

xb rs 3.0 available in envy green 2200 units produced

rs 3.0 changes include envy green paint, seven-spoke wheel coverings, , rear spoiler. standard features include alpine dvd audio/video system; ipod connectivity; headrest entertainment system; , radar intrusion sensor. each of 2,200 vehicles have own numbered badging. rs 3.0 added $2,310 msrp price.

xb rs 4.0 available in torched penny called maziora, line of polarized paints made japan’s nippon paint co. a(polarized goldish-brown) 2500 units produced. release series 4.0 painted in 3-part maziora torched penny paint, color-shifting finish changes depending on viewing angle and/or how light plays off car s surface. in case, colors morph shades of brown, bronze, , gold. in addition deluxe paint, rs 4.0 received rear spoiler, modellista grille, , rear bumper protector , color-keyed. inside, floor mats embroidered reading release series . got multicolor dash lighting, new shift knob , numbered plaque xxxx/2500.




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